Students and 19,000 employees. Bureau chief Tracee Wilkins explains why leaders decided to stick with the local favorite even after a nationwide search. I am so proud to announce, without reservation, my appointment of dr. Monica goldson as the permanent chief executive officer of reporter there were plenty of Standing Ovations after dr. Monica goldson was named the new c. E. O. Of the Prince Georges County Public School system. Goldson has been serving as interim c. E. O. For the past 11 months. She was appoint today that positionfter former c. E. O. Kevin maximwell decided to step down after years of controversy. Under maxwells leadershipment school wasid dived, lost money and was entangled in a scandal that led to overght of the system. It is a neway. From july 23rd, i will continue to do that. Reporter the County School sysm is in need of stability. Its had some eight leaders in the last 20 years. Goldson was among 20 national candidates. The Selection Process lasted a month and a
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